1976 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1976 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1976 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
